Margulies Perruzzi Architects Welcomes Derrick Goodwin as Manager of Business Development

Margulies Perruzzi Architects Welcomes Derrick Goodwin as Manager of Business Development

Margulies Perruzzi Architects Welcomes Derrick Goodwin as Manager of Business Development

BOSTON, Mass. – September 24, 2012 –Margulies Perruzzi Architects (MPA), one of Boston’s most innovative architectural and interior design firms, is proud to announce that Derrick E. Goodwin has joined the firm as manager of business development. In his new role, Derrick will be responsible for facilitating strategic planning processes, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, promoting awareness of the firm, and developing relationships in the real estate, design, construction, and business communities.

MPA specializes in serving clients for whom the workplace is an important part of their business – specifically in the corporate, healthcare, real estate development, professional services, and research/lab communities. The firm’s team of talented architects and interior designers use an interactive design approach and cutting-edge technology to integrate the input of those who will use the space into every aspect of the design. For the past 24 years, MPA has designed more than five million square feet of space in the Greater Boston area and beyond, and is proud to maintain many longstanding client relationships.

“It is with great pleasure that we welcome Derrick to our firm,” said Marc Margulies, AIA, LEED AP, principal at Margulies Perruzzi Architects. “In his previous role at Neoscape, Derrick demonstrated a keen understanding of business development strategies and connections to prospective clients in the built environment. He also understands the value that MPA brings to its clients, and we are confident that he will make significant contributions to the continued success of MPA.”

Prior to joining MPA, Derrick was the business development manager at Neoscape, Inc., where he was responsible for identifying and qualifying new business opportunities through multiple channels, while achieving strategic sales objectives. He also developed and managed several targeted marketing and outreach programs, clearly communicating the firm’s background of achievements in the real estate and architecture markets. During this time, Derrick also participated in several industry organizations, strengthening his already broad network of business contacts.

Derrick received a Bachelor of Science in business management from Roger Williams University. He is a member of NAIOP and serves on the Boston Chapter’s Developing Leaders Committee and as an assistant vice president of the marketing and membership panel for its Executive Committee. He is also a member of the Urban Land Institute.